Clinical Research Associate (CRA) All Levels - West Coast
We are looking for experienced CRAs on the West Coast
We usually respond within three days
We are building something EPIC.
Evestia Clinical is a biotech-focused global CRO delivering authentic expertise and personalized support. We partner with clients to provide expert guidance through complex clinical trials in specialized areas, including Rare Disease, Oncology, Neurology, and Immunology. Here, you become a vital part of a global team delivering life-changing impact through clinical excellence.
Our foundation is built on principles that define our identity. Innovation drives us to seek new solutions, while Excellence ensures high standards in every project. This is balanced by genuine Care, fostering a supportive culture for both our patients and our people. Above all, we champion Partnership, believing that working together—with trust and flexibility—is the key to our collective success.
Our approach is agile and personalized, empowering you to find creative solutions. We offer a welcoming culture that values belonging, ensuring you have the environment needed to thrive and grow. If you are ready to change lives worldwide, join our team.
About the Role
Evestia Clinical is looking for Clinical Research Associates at all levels to join our team on the West Coast. In this role, you will help ensure that the rights, safety, and well-being of clinical trial participants are protected and that the clinical data collected are accurate, complete, and verifiable according to source documents and applicable requirements.
Depending on experience, you may contribute to clinical trials from study start-up and site initiation through routine monitoring, close-out, and study completion. This is an opportunity to develop your career within a collaborative, global clinical research environment focused on quality, compliance, and meaningful patient impact.
What will your job look like?
Perform site management and monitoring activities appropriate to your level of experience, including site qualification, initiation, interim monitoring, and close-out visits
Participate in clinical trials from development and planning through study closure
Ensure assigned clinical trial sites comply with the study protocol, applicable regulations, ICH/GCP, and Evestia Clinical or sponsor SOPs
Review source documentation and clinical data to assess accuracy, completeness, and consistency
Monitor participant safety, informed consent processes, investigational product accountability, and protocol compliance
Identify, document, escalate, and support the resolution of issues, including protocol deviations and data queries
Maintain key performance metrics in accordance with company standards, project requirements, and established timelines
Prepare monitoring reports and other required study documentation accurately and within expected timelines
Work collaboratively with Clinical Team Leads, Project Managers, sponsors, investigators, site personnel, and cross-functional project teams
Build and maintain effective relationships with clinical research sites and study stakeholders
Complete required administrative activities, including expense and time reporting, within company guidelines
For more experienced candidates, provide mentoring, guidance, and subject matter support to less experienced team members
Perform any other duties as assigned
What will you need to succeed?
Degree in life sciences, nursing, pharmacy, or a related field; equivalent education and clinical research experience may be considered
Previous experience in clinical research, clinical operations, healthcare, or a related field is preferred; experience requirements will vary by level
For experienced CRA candidates, previous independent monitoring experience and the ability to perform applicable site visit types
Working knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP), clinical trial regulations, and research ethics
Understanding of medical terminology, human physiology, and clinical trial processes
Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills
Proficiency with information technology and clinical trial systems
Excellent customer service, communication, and relationship-building skills
Demonstrated flexibility, adaptability, and attention to detail
Ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently as needed
Organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet project timelines
Ability to travel nationally and internationally as required
Ideally based on the West Coast or within reasonable access to West Coast clinical trial sites
What we offer you in return?
We believe that to do your best work, you need the best support. That’s why we care deeply about your well-being, personal development, and achieving a true work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits package is carefully designed to align with our culture and values, ensuring it maximizes your positive experience working here.
Here is a quick look at the benefits you can expect as a valued member of the Evestia Clinical team:
Health Insurance: 99% employer-paid
Dental & Vision Insurance: 100% employer-paid
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability: 100% employer-paid
Life Insurance Policy
401(k) Retirement Plan: 3% employer contribution
Flexible and Hybrid Work Options
Unlimited PTO for salaried staff
12 Corporate Holidays
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Wellness Program
Learning & Development Stipend: Increases with tenure
Charitable Match Program
Wednesdays Catered Lunches (In-Office)
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Does joining Evestia Clinical and making a global impact excite you? Then it's time to apply!
We are eager to meet ambitious candidates at every stage of their clinical research career. We hire for potential and passion. Therefore, if you feel you are a good fit but do not meet every single requirement, please submit your application anyway. We want to hear from you.
Our Commitment to Inclusion and Diversity
We are deeply proud of our people and the successes we achieve together. We actively seek out and hire individuals with diverse backgrounds, voices, beliefs, and perspectives to join our growing global workforce.
At Evestia Clinical, we believe that each person is unique. We celebrate your individuality, knowing that diverse viewpoints fuel Innovation and drive Excellence. We foster true Partnership across our global teams, guided by genuine Care for our colleagues. Our managers are dedicated to upholding this inclusive environment in every aspect of employment—from hiring and promotion to training and benefits.
It's who we are, it's what we do, it's what we care about.
Equal Opportunity & Accessibility
Evestia Clinical is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. We ensure fair treatment of all applicants and employees, without discrimination based on actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
We are committed to providing accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with Evestia Clinical and require an accommodation or special assistance during the application process, please notify our recruitment team by sending an email with your request to HR@evestiaclinical.com
- Department
- Clinical Operations
- Role
- CRA - Clinical Research Asscociate
- Locations
- North West, USA
- Remote status
- Fully Remote
About Evestia Clinical
Evestia Clinical is a biotech-focused global CRO delivering authentic expertise and personalized support where client need it most.
Originally established in 1996 with a deep passion for advancing medical research, we’ve consistently focused on forging purposeful partnerships with our clients, characterized by genuine care and a shared dedication to achieving their goals. To better reflect who we are and better serve our biotech partners, we have strategically rebranded to Evestia Clinical.